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If the universe as a whole is moving at great speeds and spaces is a mostly vacant vacuum why aren't space shuttles lost when they brake free of gravity?
Is it?michels said:If the universe as a whole is moving at great speeds
OKand spaces is a mostly vacant vacuum
Space shuttles don't escape Earth orbit. (And they are part of the universe, just like everything else.)why aren't space shuttles lost when they brake free of gravity?
michels said:Um, yes, sorry. What I'm laboring to ask, is what keeps a free object in space from getting left behind by the moving universe?
Space shuttles are equipped with powerful rocket engines that allow them to maintain a specific orbit and counteract the pull of gravity. Additionally, they are equipped with navigation systems that constantly monitor their position and make adjustments to keep them on course.
Space shuttles use a combination of navigation systems, including gyroscopes, star trackers, and radio signals from the ground. These systems work together to determine the shuttle's position and velocity in space, allowing it to make necessary adjustments to its course.
While space shuttles can experience technical malfunctions or encounter unexpected obstacles in space, they are not at risk of getting completely lost. As mentioned, they have navigation systems and engines to keep them on course, and they also have constant communication with ground control to ensure their safety.
If a space shuttle loses communication with Earth, it can still rely on its onboard navigation systems to continue its mission. However, it would be unable to receive new instructions or updates from ground control, so it would have to rely on its pre-programmed course and contingency plans until communication is restored.
When it is time for a space shuttle to return to Earth, it will use its engines to slow down and begin its descent towards the atmosphere. As it enters the atmosphere, it will use its heat-resistant tiles and aerodynamic design to protect itself from the intense heat and friction. The shuttle will then deploy parachutes to slow its descent and land safely back on Earth.